Process

The development of Namu followed a rigorous Design Thinking process, based on a collaborative and user-centered approach. This process allowed us to clearly identify problems, ideate effective solutions, and create an app that truly meets users' needs. Below is a detailed outline of the development process of Namu, guided by the project's roadmap.

Day 1: Project Kickoff

Presentation and Roadmap:
The project began with an initial presentation where all team members gathered to understand the scope of the project and establish the roadmap. This included identifying the main objectives and planning the activities to be carried out.

Research:
Initial research was conducted to understand the context and challenges related to water wastage. This phase involved gathering relevant data and analyzing current issues.

Day 2: Problem Definition

Sprint Questions and HMW Questions:
Key sprint questions and "How Might We" (HMW) questions were formulated to guide the ideation process. These questions helped us focus on specific aspects of the problem to be solved.

User Personas and Journey Map:
User personas and journey maps were developed to visualize users' experiences and needs. These tools were essential to ensure that the app's design was user-centered.

Review and Voting of Ideas:
The team reviewed and voted on the generated ideas, selecting the most promising ones to continue developing.

Day 3: Ideation and Initial Prototyping

Inspiration and Lightning Demos:
Sources of inspiration were sought, and quick demonstrations (lightning demos) were conducted to explore potential features and solutions that could be integrated into Namu.

Crazy 8's and Voting:
A Crazy 8's session was held, where each team member quickly generated several design ideas. The best ideas were then voted on to be integrated into the prototype.

Day 4: Refinement of Ideas

Prototyping and Storyboard:
The main screens and functionalities of the app began to take shape through the creation of prototypes and storyboards. This allowed us to visualize the user flow and adjust design details.

Action Plan:
Roles and the action plan for the next phases of the project were established, ensuring all tasks were clearly assigned and organized.

Day 5: Design and Wireframes

Design System:
The design system was defined, including color palette, typography, and visual elements. This step was crucial for maintaining visual consistency throughout the app.

Wireframes:
Detailed wireframes for each screen of the app were created, providing a clear guide for developing the high-fidelity prototype.

Day 6: Testing and Presentation Preparation

Testing:
User testing was conducted to gather feedback on the app's ease of use, intuitive interface, and clarity of information. Issues and areas for improvement were identified.

Future Features and Presentation Preparation:
Potential future features were discussed, and the final presentation for stakeholders was prepared, integrating insights gained during testing.

Day 7: Rehearsal and Final Presentation

Group Rehearsal:
The team conducted a group rehearsal to refine the final presentation, ensuring that all aspects of the project were well-covered and that the narrative was clear and compelling.

Final Presentation:
The final presentation was delivered, showcasing the project's results, highlighting the proposed solutions, and emphasizing the benefits of the Namu app for users and society.ConclusionThe development process of Namu was thorough and collaborative, allowing the team to create an effective, user-centered solution to the problem of water wastage. The use of agile methodologies and user-centered design tools ensured that the app not only met the initial objectives but also offered an optimal and relevant user experience.